Precision Tool & Die Maker - Growth & Training

Flex-N-Gate LLC.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending account

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Flex-N-Gate is seeking a Tool Maker to build, repair, and maintain precision tooling for automotive components. The role requires reading engineering drawings and collaborating with Engineering, Production, and Maintenance to ensure tooling supports safe and efficient manufacturing.

Responsibilities include operating manual and CNC machines, measuring with micrometers and calipers, and troubleshooting tooling issues. A high school diploma or GED and a Tool & Die apprenticeship are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Tool & Die apprenticeship program or equivalent technical training.
• 3+ years of experience as a Tool Maker in automotive/high-volume manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture new tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and molds from blueprints or CAD designs.
• Repair and maintain tooling to minimize downtime.
• Operate manual and CNC machines (lathes, mills, surface grinders, EDM).
• Perform precision measurements to verify dimensions.
• Interpret drawings, CAD files, and work instructions.
• Support production with timely tooling solutions.

Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Teamwork

Accountability

Continuous Learning

Ethics and Integrity

Mathematical Reasoning

Coaching and Mentoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tool & Die apprenticeship or equivalent training

Tools

Lathes

Mills

Surface grinders

EDM machines

Job description

Flex-N-Gate is seeking a Tool Maker to build, repair, and maintain precision tooling for automotive components. The role requires reading engineering drawings and collaborating with Engineering, Production, and Maintenance to ensure tooling supports safe and efficient manufacturing.

Responsibilities include operating manual and CNC machines, measuring with micrometers and calipers, and troubleshooting tooling issues. A high school diploma or GED and a Tool & Die apprenticeship are required.